4. Bake the bars for about 45 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through baking, until the top is golden brown. Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let the granola bars cool completely, about 3 hours.

It’s back-to-school time, and for many families it means back to a routine. They want recipes that are simple and easy to prepare, to make meals that will be helpful to get through the week.

Chocolate Chip Chewy Granola Bars, 10 Count Chocolate Chip Chewy Granola ... a good source of whole grains and fiber. It’s an after-school snack parents can feel pretty good about.

After a few testers, I ended up with a super kid and school lunch-friendly, *slightly* healthier version that has gotten rave review after rave review. These are pretty darn simple granola bars ...